Dec 01 2008

Stamp Simply Celebrates! Joining in on the Fun

Published by leslierich at 10:30 pm under Candyland, Cards, Other Fun Stuff

This is the second day of our 12-day party and we’re just getting warmed up!  Sharon was so excited about hitting 1,000,000 views on her blog, she wanted to say “thank you” to her viewers with a celebration — so she asked her Stamp Simply Team and some of her blogging friends to help make it really special — for all of you!  See an overview of the details here.  I hope you’ll be able to join in on the fun — try some challenges, get inspired, or just get lucky with some of the many blog candies that are being offered.

If you’d like to participate in any of the challenges at any time, you do not need a blog.  You can upload your creations to Splitcoaststampers, for instance.  That would be awesome, so we can see them all together in one place!  Just be sure to use the Keyword SSC08 for any uploads for this event so we can all find and enjoy them easily.  If you upload to any other online gallery, or to your blog, be sure to link back to the original challenge post so the hostess can find your entry.  It’s such a kick to see them all!

  • Today, you’ll find blog candy at Becky’s and Sharon’s blogs.
  • Becky also has a wonderful project to share.
  • Darlene has a challenge for you, and it’s one I think you’ll enjoy during this busy (and expensive) holiday season.
  • And be sure to check my post from yesterday to see if there’s anything you missed!

I played along with Darlene’s challenge today – a Christmas postcard.  Only 27¢ to mail it, no layers or chunky stuff — just a picture.  I thought that sounded great!  She’ll give you all the details here.

Santa Postcard Dec08

I immediately envisioned “vintage” when I learned of Darlene’s challenge and I thought this old Stamps Happen image would be perfect for it.  I absolutely loved creating this postcard!  It seemed somehow easier, despite the intricate detail of the stamp.  I knew that once I’d created my main image, I was done!  I didn’t have to come up with a layout or embellishments for it.  I could put all my creative energy into the stamping and painting of my mini-canvas.

I just happened to have a little tablet of these Strathmore 140 lb cold press postcards.  They’re printed on the back just like a postcard, but that’s not required by the Post Office.  Really, all you need is a vertical line that separates your greeting from the address, and a 27¢  postage stamp in the upper right-hand corner.

  • I stamped the main image in Jet Black Stazon and watercolored with Stampin’ Up! inks, including the background shading.
  • I stamped a border of Stampin’ Up!’s Print Pattern background on the right edge of the postcard, with a second stamping slightly off-set from the first.
  • I stamped the little corner flourishes from Flourishes’ Siberian Iris set in the right-hand corners, and a sentiment stamp from Stampin’ Up!’s Glad Tidings in the lower left corner.
  • I scraped the surface of my Timber Brown Stazon pad along all the edges of the panel to create a border of sorts.
  • Finally, I sprayed three coats of matte sealer over the image to protect it during mailing.

Gosh, this was fun!  You can see more postcard samples by these folks:

I hope you enjoy the challenge!   Have a great day!

51 Responses to “Stamp Simply Celebrates! Joining in on the Fun”

  1. # notimetostampon 02 Dec 2008 at 2:03 am

    Oh my WORD!!!! Pick me up off the floor!!! This is FABULOUS!!! That image is beautiful, the richness of color, that shading around your image, the vintage feel — what can I say??? Totally speechless — ABSOLUTELY STUNNING WORK!!!

  2. # Janineon 02 Dec 2008 at 4:07 am

    HOLY MOLY!!! This is simply breathtaking… Leslie you did an amazing job!!!

  3. # Roxanne Stevenson 02 Dec 2008 at 4:10 am

    Love your santa!

  4. # Darlene (SCS: akronstamperdpk)on 02 Dec 2008 at 4:31 am

    OH MY GOODNESS … this is Absolutely Fantastic!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed making this because I sure am enjoying looking at all the detail!! This image is amazing and I love the colors … so bright & cheerful! Awesome job! Thanks so much!!!!!

  5. # Heather T.on 02 Dec 2008 at 4:56 am

    Wow! What wonderful colour, once again you have inspired me.

  6. # Jerri Kayon 02 Dec 2008 at 5:48 am

    Oh my word Leslie, you’ve knocked me off my chair! What a fabulous post card, it looks so gorgeously vintage!

  7. # Michelle Ron 02 Dec 2008 at 6:02 am

    FABULOUS! I love every tiny detail! Such beautiful work, Leslie!

  8. # Darleneon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:06 am

    Wow!! This is amazing! You are so very talented. What a vision!

  9. # Deeon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:08 am

    WOW!!! Leslie this is STUNNING!!! The coloring is amazing!!

  10. # LeAnneon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:53 am

    Holy guacamole! This is incredible—-I would not want to mail this out, I would FRAME it! Your artwork is stunning!
    LeAnne

  11. # AJon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:54 am

    Leslie- this is simply amazing work- I LOVE it!!!
    wow!

  12. # julieon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:55 am

    This is just beautiful!

  13. # Sherryon 02 Dec 2008 at 7:02 am

    Leslie this is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! I love how you’ve paired all the different images together to make one fabulous background. Oh my word, girl!!!!!

  14. # Laura (scrapnextras)on 02 Dec 2008 at 7:06 am

    Leslie, this is absolutely amazing! WOW! Love the Santa and the way you have coloured and shaded, the background details, sponging….so much to take in, but every detail perfect on it’s own, and each contributing to a fabulous post card. I’m in awe.

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  16. # Gabrielaon 02 Dec 2008 at 7:11 am

    This postcard is breahttaking and looks like it’s ready to be mailed. So let’s see… my mailing address is:

    Gabriela Divine
    24 Cathedral Lane
    Somewhere in VA

    Yes, I love it THAT much!

  17. # Toni K (koolnkrafty)on 02 Dec 2008 at 7:15 am

    Holy cow! This is gorgeous! TFS!

  18. # Karen Mon 02 Dec 2008 at 7:18 am

    Wow, gorgeous post card!

  19. # KTon 02 Dec 2008 at 7:37 am

    OMG - this is stunning! I usually just look at your cards and drool without leaving a comment - but this time I had to post to let you know that this postcard truly demonstrates why you are the Supreme Paper and Stamp Diva! Thanks for starting my day out with a smile!

  20. # Tammy Hershbergeron 02 Dec 2008 at 8:11 am

    What a beauty, Leslie! So glad to have you playing along with the Celebration!

  21. # Debbie Steltonon 02 Dec 2008 at 8:40 am

    Wowza what an awesome job with this challenge. I love the colors you chose and all the great textures (without layers). Hope you have a great day and TFS.

    Debbie/Phx AZ

  22. # Jennifer Buckon 02 Dec 2008 at 8:58 am

    Now that I’ve caught my breath! …this is sooooo STUNNING! What an amazing job with this challenge! TFS! :)

  23. # DeborahLynneSon 02 Dec 2008 at 9:08 am

    This is absolutel gorgeous Leslie! I love your coloring and the vintage collage feel!

  24. # Alexandra Hobsonon 02 Dec 2008 at 9:19 am

    BEAUTIFUL!!! I love this - the colors are amazing, just a gorgeous card! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex

  25. # Cindy Lawrenceon 02 Dec 2008 at 10:56 am

    GASP!!!!!!!! This is STUNNING, Leslie! No way would this be a post card for me! I’d frame it and hang it on the wall for SURE! You are amazing…. :)

  26. # nancy littrellon 02 Dec 2008 at 11:04 am

    OMG……..every little detail is just stunning. Imagine a postcard so beautiful and with no embellishments……WOW! Your coloring is superb and the image perfect ;-) TFS I can’t wait to play …….

  27. # Rose Annon 02 Dec 2008 at 11:46 am

    My goodness, Leslie…you totally ‘blow me away’ with your coloring skills!! This is incredible, and perfectly vintage!! Wonderful!!

  28. # Cindy H.on 02 Dec 2008 at 12:11 pm

    I love your vintage postcard! It’s gorgeous!! Your painting sure makes it *look* dimensional! TFS

  29. # rainyon 02 Dec 2008 at 1:25 pm

    Oh my goodness, Leslie!! My jaw just hit the floor! This is vintage at its absolute gorgeous self! Fabulous post card. I’m so glad I didn’t post mine now! lol

  30. # Jessicaon 02 Dec 2008 at 2:19 pm

    Wow wow wow! How absolutely gorgeous! The colors are so rich and beautiful and I love the vintage look you achieved. If I got this postcard in the mail, it would be framed. :)

  31. # Lisa Dolsonon 02 Dec 2008 at 2:57 pm

    Leslie, your postcard is divine! Your watercoloring is simply beautiful! Thank you for sharing your talent with us. I haven’t gotten to visit for a while, and all of your projects are so nice to look at.

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  33. # Julie Koerberon 02 Dec 2008 at 5:52 pm

    Stunning…… .just stunning! I am speechless because this is just too pretty for words!!

  34. # Viv (VivLyn)on 02 Dec 2008 at 6:28 pm

    This is simply GORGEOUS!! I love the colors and that image is wonderful!

  35. # Angie ~ Duckwaddlequackon 02 Dec 2008 at 6:34 pm

    Oh wowzers this is so GORGEOUS!!! All the details and the stamps you combined = a fantastic creation!!!! :)

  36. # Linda C.on 02 Dec 2008 at 6:52 pm

    WOW! WOW! WOW! enough said!

  37. # barb schramon 02 Dec 2008 at 9:32 pm

    OK, Leslie, I just got up off the floor! What a beauty! I would never mail this, it NEEDS to be framed! Great job! Your work is sooo inspiring!

  38. # Cinnieon 03 Dec 2008 at 2:16 am

    Where can I order an artist brain like yours?
    Loved this card. There is something very tender about it.

  39. # Conniecrafteron 03 Dec 2008 at 6:35 am

    Awesome work, love the coloring and neat stamping, so many will be able to enjoy this card all the way to the receiver :)

  40. # aneshaon 03 Dec 2008 at 10:37 am

    Wow, this is stunning. I love the colouring on the image and the background. Wonderful.

  41. # Terri Mooreon 03 Dec 2008 at 3:30 pm

    Great job!

  42. # Linda Bullardon 03 Dec 2008 at 4:07 pm

    Good gracious, Leslie! What a gorgeous, gorgeous postcard! Your coloring and shading never ceases to amaze and delight! Linda

  43. # trudyon 03 Dec 2008 at 4:38 pm

    This is a breathtaking card, Les!

  44. # Cynthiaon 03 Dec 2008 at 5:17 pm

    Goodness Sakes! The watercoloring on this amazing piece of artwork blows me away! Just amazing!

  45. # Elenaon 03 Dec 2008 at 7:19 pm

    This card is amazingly beautiful! Love the colors! And watercoloring is so wonderful!

  46. # Deborahon 03 Dec 2008 at 9:22 pm

    I adore this postcard you have created! WOWZER! Deb

  47. # Danielleon 04 Dec 2008 at 6:05 am

    Oh, my jaw dropped on this one! This is stunning!! I love the image, your wonderful coloring, the vintage look and feel….everything! This is simply fantastic!!!

  48. # Sharon Harniston 05 Dec 2008 at 6:50 am

    OMGoodness, printed watercolor post cards? What a find! This is amazing, Leslie — LOVE the collage you created! That stamp is gorgeous, as is your coloring. What a treasure!

  49. # bronihon 05 Dec 2008 at 7:14 pm

    This is spectacular, Leslie! I love the warm vintage look and feel of it. I believe you and Darlene have inspired me to do Christmas postcards this year! Maybe I’ll save some time and some $$! Thanks!

  50. # Becca Feekenon 05 Dec 2008 at 8:15 pm

    Leslie, you absolutely blow me away!!! Just when I think you’ve hit the top, you go and do it again. Wow, I love this - I really mean it!! I wish I could get even close to that!! How satisfying it must be when you sit down to send this out to some one lucky!!

  51. # Vickion 06 Dec 2008 at 11:29 am

    Holy STUNNING Leslie……….. WOW that image just POPS!!!!! Gosh, I let you know how I feel about this card when I pick my jaw off the floor!!!

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